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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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